Drama - NCEA Level 3

Entry Requirements: Open to all students.


Course Outline:

The emphasis of the year is on performances using the 3 major strands within Drama: using drama techniques of voice, movement, body and use of space; elements and conventions; and knowledge of specific drama forms and theatre history. The students will work on a scripted or devised performance chosen from a specific theatre form, a text driven performance and an original devised performance. Students will attend performances both within and outside of school.


Assessment:

  • Internal credits - up to 18
  • External credits - up to 8
  • Total credits - up to 26


Approved subject for University Entrance: This subject is considered an Approved Subject for University  Entrance
University Entrance Literacy: Up to 21 University Entrance Literacy credits


Comments

Students are advised to have completed Level 2 Drama because of the specific knowledge gained in that course. Scholarship is offered to students who take this course.


Contact: Jennifer Gregg